Fulltime position working with students with special needs in a variety of settings.
Purpose: Provide direct support to students with behavioral needs by implementing behavior intervention plans and skill development strategies under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or qualified supervisor. This position functions as a paraeducator and supports the instructional and behavioral needs of students with IEPs. This is a non-exempt position according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Responsible to: BCBA- Building Administrator- Director of Special Education
Payment Rate: Salary and benefits to be established by the Board of Education.
See the Classified Handbook for the current wage schedule.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)- or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
- Health and Inoculation Certificate on file in the Central Office (after employment offer is made).
- 48 College Credits and/or
- Associate’s Degree and/or
- Pass Kansas State Board of Education approved assessment with passing scores
- Selected by District Administration
- Ability to work independently without supervision
- Desire to continue career improvement by enhancing skills and job performance
- Must work in noisy and crowded environments- with numerous interruptions
GENERAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assist the classroom teacher- BCBA- and/or other t in the implementation of student IEPs and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
- Maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of student and school-related issues.
- Complete staff development hours each school year as required by the Kansas Department of Education for continued employment.
- Communicate and work effectively and cooperatively with members of the school district and community.
- React to change and frequent interruptions in a productive and positive manner- and handle other tasks as assigned.
- Work to implement the vision and mission of the District.
- Requires prolonged sitting or standing and use of office equipment.
- Requires some stooping- bending and reaching.
- Requires physical exertion to manually move- lift- carry- pull or push heavy objects or material.
- Requires lifting or assisting in transferring students who have physical impairments or are wheelchair bound. Weight of 50 pounds or more- depending upon the age of the student.
- Regular attendance is required of all employees- subject to allowed leave in accordance with district policy or negotiated agreement- as appropriate. Excessive absences or tardiness- unauthorized leave or unexcused absences may result in disciplinary action including termination of employment.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Implement behavior intervention plans and support behavior goals as designed by the BCBA or special education team.
- Collect data on student behavior and skill acquisition and submit it according to team expectations.
- Support students in general education and special education settings to promote access to curriculum and behavioral success.
- Provide direct one-on-one or small group behavioral support.
- Assist with the supervision and education of students as requested by the teacher- BCBA- and related service providers.
- Support the implementation of social-emotional or behavioral programming.
- Maintain accurate schedules and documentation of student data collection.
- Establish positive relationships with students for classroom success.
- Assist in the preparation and modification of instructional materials as needed.
- Perform self-care or other tasks for students who have physical or cognitive limitations.
- Monitor and supervise students in all settings- including classroom- hallway- lunchroom- playground- and during transportation.
- Provide objective feedback to the teacher and BCBA on student progress.
- Observe and follow all school district policies at all times.
- Respond to information requests in a cooperative- courteous- and timely manner.
- Keep student and personnel records confidential.
- Implement and follow all District health and safety policies- including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
- Take instruction from supervisors or persons of authority.
- Perform other tasks as may be assigned by the building administrator or supervising staff.
Terms of Employment: Ten-Month Employee- At-Will
Evaluation: Performance of this position will be evaluated by the supervising Teacher and Building Principal according to USD 409 Board of Education policies and Kansas Statutes.
This position is a non-exempt position according to the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Open until filled.
https://atchison.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1584
Employer Information
USD 409 Atchison Public Schools has approximately 1700 students. Our district is made up of four schools, all in the same town:
Elementary School grades PK-5
Middle School grades 6-8
High School grades 9-12
Central School grade 1-12
Atchison is a unique rural family town, located on the Missouri River approximately 50 miles from Kansas City, Topeka, Lawrence and St. Joseph. We have the advantage of enjoying the quiet life but the big city attractions are just one hour away.
